Participants will dance, stomp and leap to the rhythms of the drums while exploring the meaning of the Mask throughout the African Diaspora. This five-day cultural interdisciplinary event features dozens of Master Dance & Drum Workshops, a Pan-African Marketplace, Panel Discussions and Film Clips.

Culminating the conference will be an unforgettable, electrifying Concert Performance that will use dance, drums and storytelling to enlighten all attendees about the symbolism, power and spirit of the mask. This concert will feature performances by all of the Master Teachers, conference participants and the renowned dance companies S.H.I.N.E. Muwasi and Viver Brazil, Francis Awe and the Talking Drum Ensemble & Malik Sow and Drummers.

The performance will be held Sunday, October 5th, 6:00pm, at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, 3623 Hayden Avenue, Culver City, CA. Seating is limited.

Join us on this festive occasion that celebrates the timeless spirit of African culture. Call 310-280-9145 or visit www.debbieallendanceacademy.com to pre-register for classes and get your concert tickets now!

Also, at Debbie Allen Dance Academy:

Open Call to Audition for Debbie Allen's Original Musical ”Brothers of the Knight” - Written, Directed and Choreographed by Debbie Allen

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